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L660 RKU

1993 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,195 mi
Last recorded94,195 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda CB50041,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL660 RKU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 94,195 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 94,195 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 93,648 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 93,648 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 93,097 miles

Front had s/hand clock

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 43,291 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 68,665 miles

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 68,059 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Seat loose

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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L660 RKU is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 41,208 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L660 RKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L660 RKU registered?

L660 RKU is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 November 1993.

Is L660 RKU safe to buy?

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